From earthy to sweet to slightly peppery, beets bring a unique flavor profile to the table. While they can be prepared in countless ways, few methods match the simplicity and elegance of roasting beets with balsamic vinegar. The vinegar's acidity balances the vegetable's natural sweetness, making the perfect side dish or standout addition to salads, pasta dishes, and more. Today, we're sharing a recipe that will help you elevate your next roasted beet dish. In just a few easy steps, you can create a flavorful, visually appealing side that's packed with nutrition and taste.
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ROASTED BALSAMIC BEETS
Make and share this Roasted Balsamic Beets recipe from Food.com.
Provided by ewilli
Categories Vegetable
Time 1h15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Wash and peel the beets. Slice each beet in quarters lengthwise, and then slice each quarter into three chunks.
- Line a baking sheet with foil, and place the beets on top. Drizzle with the olive oil and vinegar, and then add salt and pepper. Gently stir to coat the beets.
- Cover with more foil and roll the edges of the two layers to create a pouch for the beets. Cook for 20 minutes.
- Remove the beets from the oven, and raise the temperature to 400 degrees. Take off the top layer of foil (watch out for steam!), and stir to mix the juices. Return to the oven and continue to cook for 35 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Serve warm or cold, or add to a salad.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 65.1, Fat 3.5, SaturatedFat 0.5, Sodium 64, Carbohydrate 7.8, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 5.5, Protein 1.3
ROASTED BEETS WITH BALSAMIC GLAZE
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F and line pan with aluminum foil
- Peel and cut cooked beets: After the beets have cooled for several minutes, but are still warm to the touch, peel off the outer skins and discard. Cut the beets into quarters or more bite-sized pieces.
- Pour glaze over beets: Place beets in a serving bowl. Pour balsamic glaze over the beets. Stir in grated orange zest, and add salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with a little orange zest to serve. Links: Hate 'em or Love 'em Beets? from White on Rice Couple
Nutrition Facts : Calories 78 kcal, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 164 mg, Sugar 12 g, Fat 1 g, ServingSize Serves 6 to 8, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
QUICK BALSAMIC PICKLED BEETS
Pickling doesn't have to take all day.
Provided by Ann Taylor Pittman
Time 1h10m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Stir together vinegar, ⅔ cup water, sugar, salt, and tarragon in a small saucepan; bring to a boil over medium-high. Stir in beets and shallot. Cover and reduce heat to medium. Cook until beets are tender when pierced with a knife, 15 to 20 minutes.
- Remove from heat. Uncover and let cool to room temperature, about 45 minutes. Store in an airtight container in refrigerator up to 2 weeks. Serve using a slotted spoon.
BAKED BEETS WITH BALSAMIC VINEGAR
The beets become very sweet when baked in this way. They take a long time but can be baked with sweet potatoes or baked potatoes.
Provided by mary winecoff
Categories Vegetable
Time 1h35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400°F
- Place each beet on a square of aluminum foil and wrap tightly.
- Place on baking sheet.
- Bake until the beets are tender when pierced with a wooden toothpick, usually 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
- Poke holes in foil to let steam escape and carefully unwrap.
- When the beets are cool enough to handle, slip off the skins.
- Slice the beets and place them in a bowl.
- Add the vinegar and salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss to combine, adding a little more vinegar if needed.
- Let stand at least 15 minutes before serving.
BALSAMIC-GLAZED BEETS
Steps:
- In a large saucepan cover beets with salted water by 1 inch. Simmer beets, covered, 35 to 45 minutes, or until tender, and drain in a colander. Cool beets until they can be handled and slip off skins and stems. Cut beets lengthwise into wedges. Beets may be prepared up to this point 2 days ahead and chilled, covered. Bring beets to room temperature before proceeding.
- In a large skillet stir together vinegar, syrup or honey, and oil and add beets. Cook beet mixture with salt and pepper to taste over moderate heat, stirring, until heated through and coated well. Sprinkle about half of thyme over beets and toss gently.
- Serve beets sprinkled with remaining thyme.
BEETS WITH BALSAMIC VINEGAR
Provided by David Waltuck
Categories Roast Rosh Hashanah/Yom Kippur Dinner Lunch Beet Potluck Vegan Vegetarian Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- 2. Trim the beets, leaving on the skin, an inch of the stem, and the wispy "tail" on the bottom of each, then scrub and drain. Place the beets in a small casserole dish just big enough to hold them. Pour the water and canola oil over the beets then cover tightly with a lid or aluminum foil and bake until tender and easily pierced with a sharp paring knife, about 1 1/2 hours.
- 3. Remove the casserole from the oven and uncover the beets, keeping your face averted from the escaping steam. Allow the beets to cool completely in the casserole.
- 4. Meanwhile, combine the vinegar, 2 tablespoons of the olive oil, the salt, and pepper in a medium-size bowl and whisk to blend. Taste and add more olive oil, if desired.
- 5. Peel the cooled beets with the back of a paring knife and cut into 3/8-inch slices. Add to the dressing in the bowl and toss gently but thoroughly to coat. Serve immediately or marinate, in the refrigerator, for up to 24 hours.
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh beets. If you can't find fresh beets, you can use canned beets, but be sure to rinse them well before using.
- Beets can be roasted, boiled, or steamed. Roasting brings out their natural sweetness, while boiling or steaming preserves their nutrients.
- To roast beets, preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Toss the beets with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Wrap the beets in foil and roast for 45-60 minutes, or until tender.
- To boil beets, place them in a pot of cold water. Bring the water to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 30-45 minutes, or until tender.
- To steam beets, place them in a steamer basket over a pot of boiling water. Cover the pot and steam the beets for 15-20 minutes, or until tender.
- Once the beets are cooked, let them cool slightly before peeling and slicing them.
- Balsamic vinegar is a classic pairing for beets. You can use a store-bought balsamic vinegar or make your own by simmering balsamic vinegar with honey, herbs, and spices.
- Beets are a versatile vegetable that can be used in a variety of dishes. Try them in salads, soups, stews, and even desserts.
Conclusion:
Beets are a delicious and nutritious vegetable that can be enjoyed in many different ways. With their earthy flavor and vibrant color, beets are a great addition to any meal. Whether you roast them, boil them, or steam them, beets are sure to please everyone at the table.
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